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Founding Jamestown: Struggles and Strategies
This chapter explores the establishment and early challenges of Jamestown, highlighting misconceptions about its success. It delves into the motivations behind the Virginia Company’s expedition and discusses the governance structure, including the influential roles of Bartholomew Gosnold, Christopher Newport, and John Smith. Additionally, it recounts the settlers' hardships, particularly regarding food mismanagement, and the importance of exploration in establishing a profitable settlement.